Lucio Corsi at Eurovision 2025 instead of Olly: here's why
The news surprised everyone: Olly, winner of Sanremo 2025, has decided not to participate in the Eurovision Song Contest. The young artist announced his resignation through social media, explaining that the choice was dictated by a personal and artistic need. Olly stated that he wanted to give priority to his live career, keeping faith with the commitments already made for his tour and preferring consolidate its path without burning the stages.
Why was Lucio Corsi chosen to represent Italy?
After Olly's withdrawal, the choice obviously fell on the second place occupied by Lucio Corsi, who impressed critics and audiences with his song “I wanted to be tough”The decision came after days of speculation and discussion among experts and fans of the contest. But why Lucio Corsi?
- He conquered Sanremo 2025 with his unique style, inspired by Italian singer-songwriters but with folk and rock influences that make him an original artist.
- It has a strong scenic impact: his look and charisma make him perfect for an international stage like Eurovision.
- His song lends itself well to a memorable live performance, which is essential in an event like Eurovision, where image and stage presence count as much as music.
Lucio Corsi commented on the news with enthusiasm, writing on social media: “See you at Eurovision. I have always chased guitars escaping from their cases, pianos escaping from their homes, harmonicas blown by the wind, I will chase the instruments this time too. Thank you all, I am very happy”.
How did the public react to the choice?
The news has sparked a wide debate among music fans and fans of the European festival. Many on social media appreciated Lucio Corsi's choice, considering him an artist who could stand out from the classic Italian proposals. However, some would have preferred an alternative selection system, such as a specific contest for Eurovision, as happens in other European countries.
Among the most viral comments:
- “In a world of Tony Effe, be Lucio Corsi”, a clear reference to the contrast between his style and the more commercial music scene.
- “And then we complain if the Estonian singer makes fun of us”, a dig at Italy's apparent lack of seriousness in selecting its representative.
- “Rai doesn’t decide”, a comment that underlines how the choice was dictated by the regulation and not by a direct imposition of the broadcaster.
Lucio Corsi at Eurovision: will he conquer the stage?
With such a particular artist in the competition, Italy could present a performance less conventional and more artistic, aiming for a strong scenic impact. Lucio Corsi's song has a unique sound, which could intrigue the European public and differentiate it from other competitors.
It will be interesting to see how his performance will be constructed and if Italy will be able to get noticed in a contest that, in recent years, has always seen our country among the favorites.
The appointment is for May 2025 in Basel, Where Lucio Corsi will officially represent Italy at the Eurovision Song Contest. We just have to wait to find out if it will be able to surprise the international public and bring new success to our music!